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“Forgiveness and Healing in Recovery”
Father Carl Tenhunfeld"Establishing a Parish-Based Substance Abuse Ministry"
Mike Clark, Jeff Jay, Erik Vagenius"Caring for Those Passed By"
Sr. Pat Corley, CND, Sr. Mae Kierans, CSJ"The Last Will Be First"
Deacon Paul Sheldon"Aging and Addiction"
Debra Jay"Taking Initiative with Government"
Leo Miller"The Patrician Movement"
Msgr. Dermot N. Brosnan"Strength-Based Strategies for Prevention"
Michael D. Clark"Love First: A New Approach to Intervention"
Jeff Jay with Debra Jay"Mary in the Church"
Sr. Mary Aquin O'Neill, RSM
NCCA Blue Book Archives
Alcoholics Anonymous, by Bill W. (Co-founder of AA) Bill W. spoke at the NCCA national symposium in New York in 1960. This is adapted from his talk on that occasion.A Conversation with Bill W. Questions by participants and comments by Bill W following his talk at the NCCA in 1960.
Counseling the Alcoholic, by Mrs. Marty Mann. Mrs. Mann is the founder of the National Council on Alcoholism. She spoke at the NCCA national symposium in Florida in 1966.
Spirituality: A Facet Of Wellness, by Sister Maurice Doody, O.P. Sister Maurice is a Dominican religious on the Board of Directors of the NCCA and is active in retreat work throughout the U.S.
Historical Perspective of Father Ralph Pfau and the NCCA, by Monsignor William J. Clausen. Msgr. Clausen reviews the history of the NCCA on the occasion of the organization's 50th anniversary celebration in Indianapolis in 1999.
Addictions: One Catholic Response, by Monsignor Kieran Martin. Msgr. Martin highlights local efforts in the Catholic Church addressing alcohol and drug abuse prevention and treatment.
The Clergy's Role in Alcohol Problems, by Father Raymond J.H. Kennedy. Asks clergy to examine attitudes toward abstinence and moderation in drinking, and alcoholism. Touches on confession.
Rehabilitation of the Alcoholic through AA, by Mary Harkin. How AA came to be and how it frees a person of a threefold compulsion.
The Priest and the Sober Alcoholic - Sobriety and Spiritual Progress, by Father Bernard Lenarz. The sober alcoholic still is an alcoholic who needs spiritual development in order to maintain sobriety.
The Bishop and Alcoholism in Priesthood, by Bishop Ernest L. Unterkoefler. Those who have gone through the whole gamut of living in psychological isolation and in spiritual isolation realize that there is always hope, and this hope is based on our union with Christ, the Priest.
Alcoholism and the Clergyman, by Richard Paddock. There is no group of dedicated people on earth who have felt the ignominious degradation of alcoholism more than clergymen.
The Scope of the Problem, by Judge Eugene K. Mangam. “If it so be that you labor all of your days and bring one soul unto me, how great shall be your reward.”
Diocesan Policies, by Father Mark Mindrup, OFM Conv. On the development of practical policies and realistic methods of dealing with the problem of alcoholism within the ranks of the clergy and religious.
What the Clergy Can Do, by Ralph Daniel. The Church may be a little peeved because it was by‑passed by some of God’s knowledge. Many churchmen have washed their hands of alcoholism and have turned to AA. They have said, “See ye to it.”
Wrong Images of the Alcoholic, by Dr. Russell Smith. None of us can approach alcoholism without becoming emotionally involved. Every one of us has pre-programming and pre-conceived ideas as to what that term means.
Parish Preaching on Alcoholism, by Father John Fulford. At one time or another your voice may be the one voice in all God’s world that can penetrate the barrier of resistance that alcoholic has built in front of himself or herself. Let your voice not only be a voice of compassion, but let it be a voice filled with knowledge as well.
The Past and Future of the NCCA, by Very Rev. Joseph L. Kerins, C.Ss.R. The basic educative function of the NCCA is ongoing and never-ending.
Special Problems of the Teenage Alcoholic, by Richard R. Schnurr. Insights from a pioneer in the field.
The People of God and Alcoholism, by Rev. Terry Richey. What I would say if I were the one to write a statement for the Bishops of the United States concerning alcoholism and drug addiction to Catholics and to all the citizens of this country.
Alcoholism and the Religious Community, by Sr. Janet M. Rolando, B.V.M. Discussion of issues in the recovery process by a woman religious in community.
Know, Understand and Deal with It, by Archbishop Fiorenzo Angelini. It is our duty to do all that is necessary — and more than the barely necessary — but always with the understanding that without the help that comes from God our efforts will not be enough.
Religious Life and Alcoholism, by Sister Therese Golden, O.P. Religious and clergy are but a microcosm of the world in which we live. It is naive for us to believe that alcoholism cannot and does not penetrate the hallowed walls of religious / clerical life.
Guidelines for Setting Formation Policy Dealing with ACOAs, by Paul White. A 12-Step spiritual program, a mentor and group counseling are key elements.
5 Moments: Spiritual Direction for ACOAs, by Paul White. Offering ideas on a way people can learn more about themselves, their family, the impact of their family, and be converted in their heart to a belief in God.
Intimacy in Celibate Life, by Rev. James F. Schwertley. Essentially the problem is one of loneliness.
A Dynamic Employee Assistance Program, by Gavin Griffith, O.F.M. While the basic principles of Employee Assistance are simple, their application leaves room for variety in style. Employee assistance can be more than work. It is an art. With an annotated bibliography.
Treatment for the Uninsured and Poor, by Rev. James W. Thornton, C.S.C., Ph.D. No one is born on Skid Row and there is no such person as a hopeless alcoholic. The story of the De Paul Center.
Pain at the Beginning of AA, by Jim Mcl. A "third wave" member of AA came in when the New York meeting list was on mimeo sheets, and there were no steps.
Prevention for Young People, by John T. Irwin. Prevention works when it is a teen / adult partnership. Teens must be invested in the program for it to work. But kids cannot do it alone.
Alcoholism / Addiction: Is It Really a Disease? by John W. Meiszner, M.D. Although just about everyone says they think it is a disease, they really do not believe it.
Be an Eagle, Not a Chicken, By Father James Schwertley. We might choose to stay low, but we all have the capacity to soar.
Why Do I Need 12-Step Spirituality? by Sister Patricia C. At whatever level of spirituality, or whatever spot on the spiritual journey we find ourselves, surrender and turning our will over to the care of God is essential.
The NCCA welcomes your suggestions for resources that would be helpful to persons visiting this site. Please give the web address of the resources and any comments you wish to make. For a brochure about the NCCA write: NCCA, Inc. PO Box 248, Lafayette, IN 47902, or e-mail NCCA@guesthouse.org. Thank you!
Information/ Articles of Interest
"Sense of Self" linked to drug/alcohol use
Teens' self concept influences whether they drink or use other drugs, says a report released March 2 by SADD and Liberty Mutual Group.
Cardinal Bevilacqua speaks to Catholic young people about alcohol and drugs
The next time someone asks you to have "just one" -- remember "just one" thing: who you are. You are a child of God. From NCCA's Hope Journal I.
Catholic Young Person: You the One!
Father George Clements talks to Catholic young people about his friend, Jamal. From NCCA's Hope Journal II.
Young Catholics: Stay close to God
Bishop Carl Mengeling of Lansing, Michigan, confirms what you already know in your heart: If you stay close to God in prayer and the sacraments you'll stay away from drugs and alcohol. From NCCA's Hope Journal IIIPresident Bush says anti-drug efforts working
Program focuses on decreasing demand, interdiction of supplies and treatment. The President's radio address for Feb. 27, 2004.
Administration anti-drug official on interactive forum
Transcript of questions and answers with John P. Walters, Director of Office of National Drug Control Policy.
Addicted Catholics are finding help in 12 steps
"Recovering Grace" -- a feature article by Heidi Schlumpf in the November 2003 edition of US Catholic.
Items from Pride Survey on teen drug use
Survey of sixth through 12th-grade students who volunteered to participate. See www.pridesurveys.com
Stress, boredom, money put teens at risk
The risk that teens will smoke, drink, get drunk and use illegal drugs increases sharply if they are highly stressed, frequently bored or have substantial amounts of spending money, according to The National Survey of American Attitudes on Substance Abuse VIII: Teens and Parents, an annual back-to-school survey conducted by The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse (CASA*) at Columbia University. The CASA Newsroom.
Newsroom of the US Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Regular updates from around the country.
Substance Abuse News from Join Together Online
Regular updates - Join Together is a project of the Boston University School of Public Health.
Social norms programs apparently don't cut drinking
Harvard School of Public Health College Alcohol Study shows no decreases in any of the seven measures of alcohol use at schools with social-norms programs.
Government site has tips for parents on prevention
For parents and caregivers looking for ideas and resources, here they are. Colorful, organized.
Religious, civic leaders announce partnership on youth drug prevention
See also: www.theantidrug.org/Faith
Catholic and other religious leaders, the National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign and the White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives July 10 announced the release of resource materials to help faith communities educate their youths about drugs and drug prevention.
A selection of English-Spanish pamphlets
available from NIAAA on alcohol topics
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism provides a wealth of information accessible through your Acrobat Reader.
Fact Sheet on No. 1 U.S. health problem
The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence - NCADD - fights the stigma and the disease of alcoholism and other drug addictions.
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